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Last updated: December 2024

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Privacy Overview

Destination Wellness Health Care ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website, purchase our products, or interact with our services.

We comply with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) of South Africa and other applicable privacy laws. By using our services, you consent to the data practices described in this policy.

Key Privacy Principles

  • We only collect information necessary for our services
  • Your health information receives special protection
  • You have control over your personal data
  • We use industry-standard security measures
  • We never sell your personal information

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect the following personal information:

  • Name, email address, and phone number
  • Billing and shipping addresses
  • Payment information (processed securely by third parties)
  • Date of birth (for age verification)
  • Communication preferences

Health-Related Information

When you interact with our wellness products or services, we may collect:

  • Health conditions or symptoms (voluntarily provided)
  • Product preferences and usage patterns
  • Consultation notes (if applicable)
  • Allergies or medical restrictions

Health information is treated with the highest level of confidentiality and security.

Technical Information

  • IP address and browser information
  • Device type and operating system
  • Website usage patterns and preferences
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

Service Delivery

  • Process and fulfill orders
  • Arrange delivery through UrgentGo Courier
  • Handle payment processing
  • Provide customer support

Communication

  • Send order confirmations and updates
  • Provide wellness tips and information
  • Send promotional offers (with consent)
  • Respond to inquiries and feedback

Legal Compliance

  • Comply with SAHPRA regulations
  • Meet tax and accounting requirements
  • Respond to legal requests
  • Prevent fraud and abuse

Improvement

  • Analyze website usage patterns
  • Improve product recommendations
  • Enhance user experience
  • Develop new products and services

Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

Service Providers

We share information with trusted third parties who help us operate our business:

  • UrgentGo Courier for delivery services
  • Payment processors for secure transactions
  • Email service providers for communications
  • Website hosting and analytics providers

Legal Requirements

We may disclose information when required by law or to:

  • Comply with legal processes or government requests
  • Protect our rights and property
  • Ensure user safety and prevent fraud
  • Respond to SAHPRA or other regulatory inquiries

Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the business transaction, subject to the same privacy protections.

Data Security

We implement comprehensive security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Technical Safeguards

  • SSL encryption for data transmission
  • Secure servers and databases
  • Regular security audits and updates
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Data backup and recovery systems

Administrative Safeguards

  • Employee privacy training
  • Limited access on need-to-know basis
  • Confidentiality agreements
  • Incident response procedures
  • Regular policy reviews

While we use industry-standard security measures, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to protecting your information.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and personalize content.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required for website functionality, shopping cart, and security.

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use our website to improve performance.

Marketing Cookies

Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness.

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Block all cookies (may affect website functionality)
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Set preferences for specific websites
  • Receive notifications when cookies are set

Your Privacy Rights

Under POPIA and other applicable laws, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Right to Access

Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.

Right to Correction

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information.

Right to Deletion

Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal requirements).

Right to Portability

Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format.

Right to Object

Object to processing of your data for marketing or other purposes.

Right to Restrict

Request limitation of processing in certain circumstances.

How to Exercise Your Rights

To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:

Email: privacy@destinationwellness.co.za

Phone: 011 555 1234

We will respond to your request within 30 days.

Health Information Protection

As a wellness company, we recognize the sensitive nature of health-related information and provide additional protections for this data.

Special Protections for Health Data

  • Enhanced encryption and security measures
  • Limited access to authorized personnel only
  • Separate storage systems for health information
  • Regular security audits and compliance checks
  • Immediate notification of any security incidents

Health Data Usage

We use health information only for:

  • Providing appropriate product recommendations
  • Ensuring product safety and contraindications
  • Improving our wellness services
  • Complying with SAHPRA reporting requirements

We never share health information with third parties for marketing purposes. Your health data is used solely to provide better wellness solutions.

Third-Party Services

Our website and services integrate with various third-party providers. Each has their own privacy policies:

UrgentGo Courier

Handles delivery services and payment on delivery.

Information shared: Name, address, phone number, order details

Payment Processors

Secure payment processing for online transactions.

Information shared: Payment details (processed securely, not stored by us)

Analytics Providers

Website analytics and performance monitoring.

Information shared: Anonymized usage data, no personal identifiers

Email Service Providers

Newsletter and communication services.

Information shared: Email address, name, communication preferences

Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for children under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18.

Age Verification

  • Users must be 18 or older to create accounts
  • Age verification required for certain products
  • Parental consent needed for users under 18
  • Special protections for sensitive health products

If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 18 without parental consent, we will take steps to remove that information from our servers.

Policy Updates

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors.

How We Notify You of Changes

  • Email notification to registered users
  • Website banner announcement
  • Updated "Last Modified" date at the top of this policy
  • Newsletter updates for significant changes

Your Continued Use

Your continued use of our services after any changes to this Privacy Policy constitutes acceptance of those changes. If you do not agree with the updated policy, please discontinue use of our services.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:

Privacy Officer

privacy@destinationwellness.co.za

+27 11 555 1234

123 Wellness Street
Sandton, Johannesburg
Gauteng, 2196
South Africa

Business Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Sunday: Closed

Emergency privacy concerns: 24/7 email response

Response Times

Privacy requests: Within 30 days

General inquiries: Within 2 business days

Security incidents: Within 24 hours

Information Commissioner

If you are not satisfied with our response to your privacy concerns, you may lodge a complaint with the Information Regulator of South Africa at inforeg.org.za or call 012 406 4818.

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